Kashmir, essentially called Jannat, in India is a paradisiacal world! Into the arms of the mighty Himalayas, the valleys of Kashmir with splendid Gulmarg, majestic valleys, rich culture, and landmarks of architecture – Kashmir never falls short of delighting the travelers by its beauty.
So be it about reaching to the snow-capped mountains, soaking in the bright sun rays in a cold surrounding, trying sporting activities at the valleys or just tasting the local cuisine, there are various ways in which your trip to Kashmir can be acknowledged with a hint of relaxation and rejuvenation.
Kashmir is a land that encapsulates your senses with its mighty beauty and gives you a new perspective on life. If you don’t believe so, book a package from EKashmir Tourism if you want to visit best places to visit in Kashmir to rejuvenate your senses. You are on for a total mind, body and soul relaxation!
Yousmarg
Away from the hullabaloo of the city life, the Yousmarg is a hidden hill station that is known for its natural beauty. The tiny hut houses surrounded by flower gardens and farms on the valleys are a sight to behold. A little off the hill you can visit a frozen lake at the Sang-e-Safed Valley that remains so round the year.
The clear blue skies, yellow flowers, green lands and sights of snow is an instant stress-buster. Moreover, you can indulge in some mountain hiking and staying at the local huts to witness a low key life.
Gulmarg
Being the coldest place to visit in Kashmir, Gulmar deserves all the love. Your dream of gliding in snow and making snowman comes to life here. Gulmarg is covered in snow and is home to several sports like Snow skiing, etc.
The Gondola ride takes you to a height to have a panoramic view of the Kashmir valleys – it’s spending and unbelievable. You can rest in a café or a guest house to sip on some local Kahwa tea and rest to the splendid view!
Dal Lake
Life at Dal Lake is of a different kind! On a backdrop of green mountains is this mighty lake that takes you on a Shikara ride experiencing the clear reflection of the sky on the lake! The silence becomes tranquility and the hymns sung by the Shikara riders become poetry.
Dal Lake is also famous for its floating market which is one of a kind. Here the small boats float through the water and the seller sell the local flowers, vegetables, and fruits to the buyers. A shikara ride is a must!
Nigeen Lake
Nigeen Lake is enchanting in its own way! While the neighboring Indira Gandhi Tulip Garden lends the fresh smell of the flowers, and the mighty Himalayas stand tall with their snow-capped snow beauty, the lake is a perfect place to spend a night on a houseboat.
The beautiful surroundings and carefully crafted wood houses floating on the lake is a pleasant experience to unleash. Watch the stars on a clear starry night or just listen to the silence of nature to enjoy this beautiful stay!
Aru Valley
The Trans-Himalayan region of Kashmir is covered by Aru Valley that is known for its snow-capped mountain-view, green valleys and mystical surroundings. On the footprints to the Kaholoi glacier, this stretch of Valley just 12kms away of Pahalgam is an exciting endeavor.
For adventure lovers, it’s a perfect place to go trekking, mountain biking, or skiing. The more enthusiastic ones can explore the wild and spend a day amidst the locals for an in-depth experience of sheep, and the local style of living. The larger than life beauty paired with simplistic lifestyle is a retreat.
River Rafting at Lidder River
Depending on how much you love floating on the water, the river rafting experience from the glacier melting from Mt. Kalohoi to the river Jhelum is an ecstatic experience. This exciting rafting stretch of 70 to 88 kilometers takes you through the twists and turns of the White water flowing through Lider River.
With beautiful landscapes, valleys and the villages surrounding the area – it’s a journey to behold. Moreover, the camping for the night, burning of a bonfire and savoring local cuisine beneath the starry night offers a complete solitary time with nature.
Hazratbal
As you walk through the lanes of Hazratbal, you will be immediately treated with the sweet smell of the HalwaPuris and the delicious Wazwan. Kashmiri food is a delight for the body and the soul. The exclusive menu of street food here is known for its richness in taste and a relishing touch of culture.
For food lovers, Kashmir is the ultimate destination to hog on some rare dishes. The large fried parathas served with halwa, seviyan, fried chestnuts, Shangram, Tujje (A barbeque dish) and the crunchy Nader Munje are a must taste. It’s a joy ride of the senses.
Mughal Gardens
If you haven’t connected to nature lately, Mughal Garden can be your best visit. With Persian architecture, 12 terraced gardens (for each zodiac sign) – this royal garden tour takes you through the vast world of natural beauty. There are flowers, plants, fountains, canals, water pools, trees, etc into this insightful garden on a backdrop of Dal Lake. Spending some time alone walking through colorful gardens can help you unleash stress.
Kashmir is a total delight with its enchanting beauty and incomparable landscapes. It can be a perfect break from your routine activities to unleash and rejuvenate amidst nature.
